first step

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Noun first step has 1 sense

first step, initiative, opening move, opening - the first of a series of actions; "he memorized all the important chess openings"
--₁ is a kind of beginning, start, commencement
--₁ has particulars: curtain raiser; first base; peace initiative

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First Step

First Step can be used as a noun or a verb and has several senses and usages.

Noun

Sense 1

Definition: the initial action or stage in a process or journey.

Example sentence: The first step in learning to ride a bike is to balance.

Sense 2

Definition: an important or influential step in a progression or process.

Example sentence: Graduating from high school was the first step towards achieving her dream of becoming a doctor.

Verb

Sense 1

Definition: to take the first or initial step.

Example sentence: If you want to achieve your goals, you need to first step out of your comfort zone.

Sense 2

Definition: to be a pioneer or initiate something.

Example sentence: She first stepped into the world of entrepreneurship when she started her own business.